Articles tagged with design trends

Designers everywhere have been talking about visual storytelling. From animated GIFs to snazzy infographics, visual storytelling is everywhere. All indications suggest this is a design trend with some major staying power, so you’d be well-served to learn all you can about it now! Here’s what you need to know.

What exactly do user experience (UX) designers do and how do you become one? We enlisted the help of experienced design pros to take a closer look at how to define UX design and what it takes to launch a career in this evolving field.

One font has become the bane of the typeface world. It makes a laughing stock of its users and has grown to become universally despised. It’s Comic Sans – and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon! Join us as we implore this funhouse font and answer the question: Why does everyone hate Comic Sans so much, anyway?

There are plenty of incredible web design resources out there to further your knowledge, provide support and fan the creative fire of web designers of all levels. Read on for 14 of the best and brightest web design resources for rookies, as recommended by the experts themselves.

What type of graphic design music should you load up on your playlist? We all know different tunes appeal to different people. But we polled the pros to find out what kind of sounds power their most creative work.

Before you get too far ahead of yourself in the New Year, let’s take a look back at our most popular posts of 2015. Whether you’re a loyal follower or you’re just stumbling upon our blog, we’re confident there’s something for everyone in this highlight reel.

It’s only natural for a graphic designer to have a process as they take on new projects. A graphic design process can help keep designers and projects on track. But where do you start when trying to develop a process? Learn some insider insight from graphic design gurus.

Before you throw in the towel and purchase a gift card, let us help you find the perfect gift for that special designer in your life. We scoured the web for a variety of gift ideas that are perfect for web designers. So no matter what your budget, you’re sure to find something your trendy friend will love!

Star Wars fans will tell you the lessons we learn from that galaxy far away are not only relevant, but important for our lives today. Some of those lessons relate to good and evil, loyalty and camaraderie … and some of them relate to design!

What exactly does this profession entail? And how can you get started in this creative career? We connected with a handful of experts currently working in the field to answer this question and more about the world of motion graphics design.

Everyone has moments where it feels like your creative well has run dry. When you've reached that point, sometimes you need to try something a little off-the-wall. We enlisted creative minds of all kinds to share their best brainstorming ideas with us.

You’ve probably heard these terms used in similar conversations, but do you really understand the distinction of UX versus UI? We enlisted a pair of web design experts to help explain the difference between these similar acronyms.

A successful UX designer needs to possess a healthy balance of technical and creative skills. If you consider yourself adequate in one but still have some work to do in the other, it's ok. One of the best ways to sharpen these skills is by following UX design blogs. Here are some of our favorites!

Once you decide you want to become a graphic designer, the hard part is over, right? Wrong! The next step is deciding which graphic design work environment you'd prefer: in-house, agency or freelance. Take this quiz to find out which is right for you!

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Illustrator tutorial, we'll walk you through how to use keyboard shortcuts. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

We understand it's tricky to pinpoint the perfect present, so we enlisted some industry pros to help us compile a list of great gifts for graphic designers. Take a look at what they came up with-there's something for every budget!

Web designers understand the importance of staying on top of the latest trends in technology and design techniques. But some fads fade quickly, which is why it's equally important to know which trends are not worth your time. Here are four that seem to be on their way out.

The Rasmussen College School of Design encouraged students to get in the spooky spirit by hosting a Halloween-themed event. The "Dark Art" event took place on Thursday, Oct. 30, at the Appleton campus and was broadcast live online to allow students from across the country to participate virtually.

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of working with layers. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

If you're interested in the art of logo design, we identified eight excellent resources to help you get your start. These articles come from the top graphic design blogs and most renowned professionals in the industry.

We enlisted a handful of design experts to help us identify and explain four in-demand web design skills that will help you become a hot commodity in the field. You'll also find some helpful resources that will help you learn more about each specialty.

But graphic designers are set to face some tough competition in the coming years, battling other creatives for those highly-valued positions, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Rather than letting that scare you away from the field you're starting to love, let that serve as motivation to up your game a little bit!

User interface (UI) design has become a buzzword in the graphic design industry. If you're looking for a way to stand out in the sea of aspiring designers, mastering this skill is a great way to do it. We enlisted a few experts to explain the concept and why you need to know about it!

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of using the array tool. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

Animators of all experience levels could use a little extra push once in a while. Whether you're considering a future as an animator, looking to hone your current skills or simply enjoy an amusing cartoon, animation blogs are a great source of education, inspiration and entertainment. We highlighted 14 that you can't ignore this year!

If you're a creative, tech-savvy individual with an artistic background, you've probably considered working in graphic design. What you may not know is there are several types of graphic design jobs out there. This article will introduce you to eight opportunities you may not know about ... yet!

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the process editing videos. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Dreamweaver tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of creating CSS layouts. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

You spend hours on Pinterest sifting through tasty recipes and clever crafts, but did you know you could be leveraging it to advance your career? Two industry experts helped us identify four ways you can use Pinterest to become a better graphic designer.

Check out the latest video in our Adobe Creative Cloud Series. In this Photoshop tutorial, we'll walk you through the steps needed to create a GIF animation. You'll be one step closer to mastering the technical skills necessary to work in graphic design.

The Internet is filled with blogs and tutorials highlighting cutting edge web design trends. But if you're a rookie, the advanced terminology and technical jargon will likely make your head spin. So for those just getting started, this article is just for you! We enlisted a few experts to help you understand this year's hottest trends.

Are you interested in becoming a graphic designer but are worried that your lack of drawing ability might hinder your chances of being successful in the industry? The truth is that you CAN achieve success in the field without this talent. We enlisted a design pro to tell you why!

Whether you've dreamt of becoming a successful web designer your whole life or you simply enjoy perusing through delightful designs, web design blogs are a great source of education, conversation and inspiration. We identified 14 of the top web design blogs that you can't afford to miss in 2014!

Whether you've dreamt of becoming a successful graphic designer your whole life or you simply enjoy perusing through delightful designs, graphic design blogs are a great source of education, conversation and inspiration. We've compiled a list of 13 graphic design blogs you can't afford to miss this year!

Looking for a little extra something to complement your web design education? Consider learning about an area that has become increasingly important in the past year: user experience (UX) design. We've compiled some resources to get you started in your exploration of this specialization.

The web design industry is constantly evolving, so it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and techniques in the industry. To help keep you organized in your professional development efforts, we've compiled some tips and tricks to help you stay on top of the latest web design trends. These are real tactics that industry experts have shared with us, so pay close attention.

In an industry that is constantly in flux, web designers must evolve with it. If you don't have a passion for learning new technologies and applying new techniques you risk falling behind your competition. We've asked a few experts in the field to help you determine which trends are worth adopting.

Animation has been around for over 100 years, but thanks to the help of constantly emerging technology its applications is now endless. When most people think of animation they think of storybook characters coming to life or Saturday morning cartoons, but it has evolved into so much more.

We've compiled a list of 91 of the best Twitter accounts for designers. These accounts make up the Who's Who in the world of design, offering everything from tips and tutorials, to creative inspiration, to a quick glimpse of a day in the life of a graphic or web designer.

We've all heard the saying, "jack of all trades, master of none." It should come as no surprise that the specialist vs. generalist debate is also alive and well in the world of graphic design. So as an aspiring designer still learning the ins and outs of the industry, sooner or later you'll have to answer the question for yourself.

Crop, cut, layer, depth and render; do you know what these terms mean? If not, ask the dozen community members who attended the Holiday Card Design event at the Rasmussen College Mankato campus on Nov. 27, 2012. Not only did they learn how to use Photoshop, but the community members now have a beautiful holiday card to send out this year.

With the hundreds of Pinterest boards featuring all types of design pins ranging from graphics, advertising or web design, it may be difficult to narrow down your options of boards to follow. Whether you are already in the design world or you're looking to further your design education, these 16 polished and prolific Pinterest design boards will surely grab your attention.

In design, there are many resources to tap into. From blogs to websites, to Pinterest boards and Facebook pages, everything becomes somewhat of a tangled and sometimes unmanageable social media force. To get you on the right track, we compiled a list of 7 design and animation blogs to gain insight from. These resources will help you stay organized and on track with your ever-growing to-do list.

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